Re: Overheating Problem

[Fred Nissen]

Robert Columbo wrote:
Why is my olds overheating in traffic ? The motor was rebuilt 25,ooo 
ago. New large radiator, several different thermostats. Anyone else have 
this problem when stuck in traffic ? I drove it from Daly City yesterday 
to Petaluma did fine on the freeway but when I just passed thru town and 
hit maybe 2 stoplights and then was home the thing boiled over. Very 
frustrating. I know it's been hot but this happens also when the heat 
isn't so bad. Any help is appreciated. Robert 71' olds


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You aren't getting enough airflow over the radiator at low speeds.  The 
cooling capacity is there or you would run hot at speed as well.  Check 
your fan clutch.   If you have a fixed fan, remove it and install a 
proper 6 or 7 blade fan and fan clutch.

Regards,
Fred